2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 21 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1992 Renault 21.
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, 1992 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | 21 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
