2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Grande Punto and 2006 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 164 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Grande Punto | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |