2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 3 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 71 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, 2011 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Kangoo | Versa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
