2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 545 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Panda. 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 (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Panda | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |