1998 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 20 kg more than 1998 Citroen XM.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 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, 1998 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen XM | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | XM | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |