2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Ridgeline | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
