1988 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen CX weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1988 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen CX | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | CX | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2740 mm |
