1997 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 490 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen XM. 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | XM | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |