2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 2012 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Linea is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Linea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Linea (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Linea weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2012 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 2012 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Kangoo | Linea |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
