2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2003 Renault Megane. 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 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
