2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 23 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.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Kangoo | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Renault | Nissan |
Model | Kangoo | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |