2005 Nissan Almera vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2005 Nissan Almera and 2005 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,769 cc, 2005 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Almera (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Nissan Almera.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Almera (162 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Almera | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Almera | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1375 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
