2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 324 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3.
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 Renault Laguna (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C3 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |