2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2008 Renault Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Renault Scenic.
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, 2007 Citroen C5 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2008 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
