2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 4 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 581 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 10.5 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 | 894 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
