2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 386 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan. 2005 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Logan has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Logan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Logan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
