2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda CR-Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Honda CR-Z (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Kangoo | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
