1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Fiat Palio | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Palio | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |