2006 Nissan Altima vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 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. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 230 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Altima. 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Altima | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Altima | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
