2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2010 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Livina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Livina weights approximately 149 kg more than 2008 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, 2010 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 2010 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Kangoo | Livina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |
