2012 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2012 Citroen C3 and 2012 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Symbol (104 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2012 Renault Symbol.
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, 2012 Renault Symbol (148 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Citroen C3 | 2012 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C3 | Symbol |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2473 mm |