2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 Sentra (200 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sentra | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
