2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
