2003 Nissan Xterra vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 280 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Xterra | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Xterra | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
