1990 Citroen BX vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Because 1990 Citroen BX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Kangoo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX 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, 1990 Citroen BX (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | BX | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
