2003 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 18 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.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2003 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |