2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1994 Renault 19.
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, 1994 Renault 19 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
