2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2004 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. 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 Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C 15 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
