2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 6 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 278 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
