2009 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan X-Trail | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | X-Trail | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
