2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
