2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Altima and 2008 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 269 kg more than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Altima | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Altima | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |