1947 Citroen 15 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1947 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1947 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Citroen 15 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
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, 1947 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1947 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Citroen 15 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | 15 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1598 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 | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2610 mm |
