2008 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 269 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |