2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Renault Modus
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 Renault Modus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2008 Renault Modus. 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2008 Renault Modus | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C5 | Modus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |