2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane.
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, 2006 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
