2006 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 240 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 Murano (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Murano | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
