2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Citroen C3 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C3 | Clio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 115 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 11.3 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 | 1080 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |