2006 Fiat Siena vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena. 2003 Renault Kangoo has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Kangoo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Siena | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
