2009 Honda Element vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 161 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Element | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Element | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
