2009 Honda Stream vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 134 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Stream | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
