2007 Honda FR-V vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda FR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 218 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 2007 Honda FR-V. 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, 2007 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda FR-V | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | FR-V | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
