2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Primera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
