2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Citroen C 15 is newer by 2 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Kangoo (80 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 385 kg more than 2003 Citroen C 15. 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 2003 Citroen C 15. 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 (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C 15 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
