2007 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 153 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2007 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |