2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 64 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2011 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Kangoo | Civic |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |