2005 Citroen C4 vs. 1991 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Clio (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1991 Renault Clio.
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 C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Clio. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 1991 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
