1995 Nissan Pulsar 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 Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 405 kg more than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
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 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Pulsar. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Pulsar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Pulsar | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pulsar | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
