2002 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 226 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
