2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
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 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 10.5 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 | 1126 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
