2009 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 383 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Clio | C4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 14.2 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 | 1640 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
