2006 Nissan Armada vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1132 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Armada | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2507 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 60 L |
