2010 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Clio weights approximately 388 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3.
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, 2010 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C3 | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C3 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
