1995 Nissan Almera vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Almera (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera.
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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Almera | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Almera | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |
