2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 6 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 82 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 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 | 226 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
