2003 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura RSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura RSX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura RSX (197 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura RSX weights approximately 256 kg more than 2004 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, 2003 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
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2003 Acura RSX | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | RSX | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |