2007 Citroen C1 vs. 2004 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Citroen C1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Laguna weights approximately 485 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1. 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, 2004 Renault Laguna (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C1 | 2004 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C1 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 38 L |
