2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Renault Scenic II
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C3 and 2003 Renault Scenic II were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Scenic II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Scenic II (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Scenic II should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Scenic II weights approximately 262 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Renault Scenic II (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Scenic II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C3 | 2003 Renault Scenic II | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C3 | Scenic II |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |