2008 Nissan Livina vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Livina 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 1,598 cc, 2008 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Livina weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2008 Nissan Livina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Livina 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 Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Livina | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Livina | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1390 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 52 L |
