2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Frontier | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Frontier | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3953 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |