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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2011 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
