2008 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 4 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 2008 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Acura MDX | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | MDX | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |