2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Scenic weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4. 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 C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C4 | Scenic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |