2001 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Almera (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Almera weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Nissan Almera (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Almera | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Almera | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2620 mm |
