2008 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 346 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |