2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C4 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
