2003 Fiat Multipla vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Multipla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Multipla would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Multipla (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Fiat Multipla (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Multipla | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Multipla | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
