2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3.
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, 2001 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C3 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |