2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Clio (171 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Clio weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 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, 2000 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3. 2002 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2000 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
