2005 Citroen C vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (64 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
