1974 Citroen CX vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (75 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen CX. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (150 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 147 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
