2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Fit weights approximately 110 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, 2013 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Fit 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 Fit | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Kangoo | Fit |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |