2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 587 kg more than 2007 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, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Kangoo | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
