2012 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Thalia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Thalia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (138 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Renault Thalia. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 653 kg more than 2011 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (200 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Thalia. (127 Nm). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Citroen C5 | 2011 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C5 | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 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 | 201 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2473 mm |
