2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C2 and 2008 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 495 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2.
Because 2008 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Renault Scenic (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C2 | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C2 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
