1986 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 1986 Citroen BX (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |
