2004 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 16 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Kangoo | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Kangoo | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
