2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| 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 | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
