2008 Nissan Micra vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 37 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Micra | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Micra | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
