2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
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, 2006 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
