2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C3 and 2000 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Megane (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Megane weights approximately 157 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 Megane (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 2000 Renault Megane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C3 | Megane |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |