2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C5 and 2006 Renault Grand Scenic were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. 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, 2006 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2006 Renault Grand Scenic | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Grand Scenic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.7 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 | 1607 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
