1987 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 978 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
