2007 Nissan Xterra vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2007 Nissan Xterra and 2007 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Xterra | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Xterra | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |