2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Strada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Strada | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
