2002 Honda Avancier vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Avancier would be higher. At 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Avancier weights approximately 326 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2002 Honda Avancier (206 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2002 Honda Avancier has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Avancier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Avancier | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Avancier | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
