2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 195 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 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Murano | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
