1975 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 455 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX.
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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
