2002 Honda Civic 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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 94 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 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (184 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
