2007 Acura MDX vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Acura MDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 2007 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura MDX | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | MDX | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
