2003 Hyundai Accent 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 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 75 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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 Hyundai Accent (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
