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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 446 kg more than 1996 Renault 19.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 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 | 2179 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
