2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C8 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 418 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 C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C8 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C8 | Clio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |