2001 Renault Laguna vs. 2009 Citroen C1
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 2009 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Laguna | C1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
