2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Megane (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
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 (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
