2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Kangoo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Kangoo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C2 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
