2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Renault Avantime

To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 710 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.

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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen C3 2002 Renault Avantime
Make Citroen Renault
Model C3 Avantime
Year Released 2001 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.9:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.9 seconds 9.2 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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