2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
