2007 Honda Element vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 650 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 2007 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
