2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Renault Modus
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Renault Modus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Modus (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Modus weights approximately 31 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Citroen C3 (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Renault Modus | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C3 | Modus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |