2007 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2002 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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo. 2007 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti QX56 | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | QX56 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 50 L |
