1994 Nissan Sunny vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 285 kg more than 1994 Nissan Sunny. 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 1994 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Sunny. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Sunny | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sunny | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
