2009 Nissan Livina vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina is newer by 1 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. Both 2009 Nissan Livina and 2008 Renault Kangoo are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 46 kg more than 2009 Nissan Livina.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Livina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo 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, 2009 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
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2009 Nissan Livina | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Livina | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |