2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C3 and 2000 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 134 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3. 2000 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C3 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 116 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |