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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4500 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 | 1580 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
