2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 590 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Palio | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |