2004 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
