2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 104 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan ALTIMA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Kangoo | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Kangoo | ALTIMA |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1564 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1404 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |