1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2002 Renault Kangoo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xantia | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
