2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio.
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, 2002 Renault Clio (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.1 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
