2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 498 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Kangoo | 2013 Honda Civic | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Kangoo | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4556 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1752 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |