1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 610 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Citroen ZX (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | ZX | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
