2004 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |