2006 Fiat Albea vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Albea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Albea would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 29 kg more than 2006 Fiat Albea. 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Albea.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Albea | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Albea | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |