2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 151 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C2 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
