Renault Megane 2020 vs Citroen C4 2020
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.3 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 160 HP | 130 HP | |
| Torque: | 260 NM | 230 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds | |
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Renault Megane is more dynamic to drive. Renault Megane engine produces 30 HP more power than Citroen C4, whereas torque is 30 NM more than Citroen C4. Thanks to more power Renault Megane reaches 100 km/h speed 1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 4.8 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 litres | 50 litres | |
| Ground clearance: | 101 mm (4 inches) | 197 mm (7.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Citroen C4 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Citroen C4 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Renault Scenic, Dacia Duster, Dacia Dokker | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Opel Corsa, Peugeot 308, Opel Combo, Peugeot 3008 | |
| 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. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Renault Megane engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Renault Megane 2020 1.3 engine: The engine is reliable. However, in the event of problems, getting spare parts and repairs can be difficult. Fuel consumption is reasonable, and the engine is not too demanding on fuel quality. Citroen C4 2020 1.2 engine: Since the timing belt is immersed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to excessive axial play in the ... More about Citroen C4 2020 1.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.36 m | 4.36 m | |
| Width: | 1.88 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.52 m | |
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Renault Megane is larger, but lower. Renault Megane and Citroen C4 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 402 litres | 380 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1258 litres | 1250 litres | |
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Renault Megane has more luggage capacity. Renault Megane has 22 litres more trunk space than the Citroen C4. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Renault Megane (by 8 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Renault Megane is 0.3 metres more than that of the Citroen C4. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`801 | 1`735 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 18 000 | 22 600 | |
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