2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 525 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C3 | Laguna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |