1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xantia | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
