1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 50 kg more than 1946 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Citroen 15 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | 15 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1375 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 |