2007 Infiniti FX vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 1 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti FX | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | FX | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
