2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2006 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Kangoo | Versa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
