2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C3 and 2006 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (137 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. 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, 2006 Renault Clio (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C3 | Clio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |