2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Citroen C5 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Renault Clio | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C5 | Clio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |