2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 91 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.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2013 Honda Accord (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Kangoo | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1496 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
