2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 127 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4.
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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4. 2007 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Kangoo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
