2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 308 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | CR-V | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |