2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 241 kg more than 2010 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 (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Laguna | C3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
