2005 Renault Clio vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 578 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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, 2010 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Clio | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Clio | C8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
