1942 Citroen 15 vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1942 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1942 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Citroen 15 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2003 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1942 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1942 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1942 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Citroen 15 | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2630 mm |
