2007 Renault Laguna vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 253 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Laguna | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Laguna | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
