2003 Nissan Maxima vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Maxima (261 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2003 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 2003 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Nissan Maxima | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Maxima | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 346 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |