2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Scenic is newer by 11 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2011 Renault Scenic.
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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
