1997 Nissan Primera vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 217 kg more than 1997 Nissan Primera.
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, 1997 Nissan Primera (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Primera | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
