2007 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 980 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.
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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |