2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 Renault Thalia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (138 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 502 kg more than 2008 Renault Thalia. 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 (200 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2008 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C5 | Thalia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 200 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2473 mm |