2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 313 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
