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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Renault Thalia. (104 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 597 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 (285 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Thalia. (148 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 | 2946 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2473 mm |