2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 680 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 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C3 | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |