2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 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. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Kangoo (97 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 89 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. 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 Citroen C3. 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 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
