2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio.
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, 2010 Renault Clio (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C1 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
