1984 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen CX weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Citroen CX (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen CX | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
