2005 Nissan Micra vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 653 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
