2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C1 and 2009 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Symbol (97 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Symbol weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. 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, 2009 Renault Symbol (127 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C1 | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2473 mm |
