Renault Megane 2003 vs Citroen C4 2004
| Body: | Hatchback | Coupe | |
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| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 136 HP | 138 HP | |
| Torque: | 191 NM | 190 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds | |
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Citroen C4 is a more dynamic driving. Renault Megane engine produces 2 HP less power than Citroen C4, but torque is 1 NM more than Citroen C4. Due to the lower power, Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 | 7.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.7 l/100km | 8.2 l/100km | |
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The Citroen C4 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Renault Megane consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Citroen C4, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Renault Megane could require 90 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Renault Megane consumes 1.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Citroen C4. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 710 km in combined cycle | 760 km in combined cycle | |
| 920 km on highway | 1030 km on highway | ||
| 610 km with real consumption | 730 km with real consumption | ||
| Citroen C4 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 370'000 km | 460'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Citroen C4 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 21 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Renault Laguna, Renault Scenic, Renault Espace | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Peugeot 307, Peugeot 407, Citroen C5, Citroen C4 Picasso | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Citroen C4 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Renault Megane 2003 2.0 engine: The F4R 2.0 engine is a relatively simple and reliable unit, capable of lasting up to 400,000 km with proper maintenance. Its design is straightforward, and service is generally accessible. However, several recurring issues ... More about Renault Megane 2003 2.0 engine Citroen C4 2004 2.0 engine: The Peugeot EW10A (RFJ) is a 2.0-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine introduced in 2005 as an updated version of the older EW10J4, adapted to meet Euro 4 emissions standards. In general, the engine is considered fairly reliable and uncomplicated for its class, with relatively low repair costs and good overall durability when maintained ... More about Citroen C4 2004 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.21 m | 4.27 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.46 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Renault Megane is 6 cm shorter than the Citroen C4, 1 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 330 litres | 314 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1190 litres | no data | |
| Even though the car is shorter, The Citroen C4 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.5 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.3 metres less than that of the Citroen C4. | |||
| Gross weight: | 1`805 kg | 1`735 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`265 kg | 1`288 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 540 kg | 447 kg | |
| Renault Megane load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 17 procentiem more than Citroen C4. Therefore, Renault Megane is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | low | average | |
| Citroen C4 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Renault Megane has serious deffects in 20 percent more cases than Citroen C4, so Citroen C4 quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 1200 | 1400 | |
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