2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Kangoo would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 443 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Kangoo | Citi |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
