2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (73 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 Renault Megane. 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Megane. (114 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C5 | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |