2002 Renault Kangoo vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (97 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2002 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Kangoo | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Kangoo | C5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
