2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic (161 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 755 kg more than 2004 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 Citroen C3 (152 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
