2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2007 Acura CSX
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura CSX would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura CSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura CSX (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura CSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura CSX weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Acura CSX (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Acura CSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 2007 Acura CSX | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | Kangoo | CSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
