2005 Honda Element vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 1 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Element. 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, 2005 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Element | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Element | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |