2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Renault Spider
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Spider weights approximately 12 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1996 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Spider |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
