2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 107 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Kangoo | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
