2000 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 12 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 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 259 kg more than 2012 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Renault Laguna | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Laguna | C3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1782 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
