2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NV (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NV should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2012 Nissan NV is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan NV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan NV (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 2012 Nissan NV has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan NV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Kangoo | NV |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2156 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3711 mm |
