2006 Citroen C2 vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Clio (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C2 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Renault Clio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C2 | 1998 Renault Clio | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C2 | Clio |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |