2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C5 and 2004 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Megane (163 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2004 Renault Megane.
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 Renault Megane (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C5 | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 163 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |