2003 Renault Kangoo vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
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 C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Renault Kangoo | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Renault | Citroen |
Model | Kangoo | C5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 2177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |