2007 Nissan Titan vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1171 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Titan | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Titan | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2181 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2620 mm |