2004 Honda Element 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 Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Element weights approximately 194 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element 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, 2004 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1599 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
