1984 Renault 5 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 5 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 5 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 66 L |
