2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Renault Laguna is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 293 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 11 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 | 1097 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
