1999 Honda Z vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 415 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Z | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
