1994 Renault 19 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 337 kg more than 1994 Renault 19.
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, 2011 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19. 2011 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1994 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 19 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | 19 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
