1999 Nissan Pickup vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Nissan Pickup. 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 1999 Nissan Pickup. 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 (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Pickup | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Pickup | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
