2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Clio (171 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2000 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |
