2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (138 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 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 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio. 2006 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 69.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
