2006 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 282 kg more than 2006 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Kangoo | Altima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
