2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Clio (171 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2000 Renault Clio | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C5 | Clio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |