1996 Fiat Brava vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 1,564 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 260 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Brava | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |