2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2004 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
