2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C5 and 2009 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Renault Symbol. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 593 kg more than 2009 Renault Symbol. 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (315 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Symbol. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C5 | Symbol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 315 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 16.5 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 | 1593 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 |