2006 Renault Clio vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio.
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 Clio (195 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Clio | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Clio | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
