2008 Nissan Xterra vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 223 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Xterra | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Xterra | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
