2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | 500 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
