2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Panda and 2008 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. 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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Panda | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Panda | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |