1989 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (110 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | XM | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
