2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 1 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 202 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
