2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C2 and 2004 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (118 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 435 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2. 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 Citroen C2 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (99 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C2 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C2 | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |