2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C3 and 2006 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Laguna weights approximately 327 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 Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Laguna 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 Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C3 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |