1991 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
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, 1991 Honda Accord (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Accord | C5 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2451 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
