2008 Renault Laguna vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 438 kg more than 2012 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 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Laguna | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Laguna | C3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.4 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 | 1460 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
