2006 Renault Clio vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
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, 2012 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Clio | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
