2000 Nissan Stagea vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Stagea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2000 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 2000 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Stagea | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Stagea | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
