2002 Honda Odyssey vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2002 Honda Odyssey and 2002 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 670 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
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. 2002 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Odyssey | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Odyssey | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 97 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
