2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 3 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 1,745 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (134 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 160 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.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Stilo | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
