2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 483 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Panda | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |