2011 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 254 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C1 | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C1 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
