2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP) has 150 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Infiniti I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo. 2005 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 2005 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Kangoo | I |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
