Citroen C3 2002 vs Renault Clio 2001

 
Citroen C3
2002 - 2005
Renault Clio
2001 - 2003
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 1.4 Diesel1.5 Diesel

Performance

Power: 92 HP65 HP
Torque: 200 NM160 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 12.9 seconds15 seconds
Citroen C3 is more dynamic to drive.
Citroen C3 engine produces 27 HP more power than Renault Clio, whereas torque is 40 NM more than Renault Clio. Thanks to more power Citroen C3 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.1 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 4.34.3
Fuel tank capacity: 45 litres50 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1040 km in combined cycle1160 km in combined cycle
1210 km on highway1350 km on highway
950 km with real consumption1080 km with real consumption
Renault Clio gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Dimensions

Length: 3.85 m3.81 m
Width: 1.67 m1.64 m
Height: 1.52 m1.42 m
Citroen C3 is larger.
Citroen C3 is 4 cm longer than the Renault Clio, 3 cm wider, while the height of Citroen C3 is 10 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 305 litres510 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1150 litresno data
Renault Clio has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, Citroen C3 has 205 litres less trunk space than the Renault Clio. This could mean that the Citroen C3 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable.
Turning diameter: 10.5 meters10.3 meters
The turning circle of the Citroen C3 is 0.2 metres more than that of the Renault Clio.
Power steering: Electric power steeringHydraulic power steering
Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering.
Gross weight (kg): 1`5391`500
Safety: no data
Quality:
below average

low
Citroen C3 has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Renault Clio has serious deffects in 15 percent more cases than Citroen C3, so Citroen C3 quality is probably better
Average price (€): 12001000
Pros and Cons: Citroen C3 has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • electric power steering
  • fewer faults
Renault Clio has
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • roomier boot
  • hydraulic power steering
  • lower price
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