2008 Honda Stream vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 261 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream.
Because 2006 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Stream | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
