1992 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. Both 1992 Honda Prelude and 2011 Citroen C5 are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (133 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 293 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
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, 2011 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude. 2011 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Prelude | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Prelude | C5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1527 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |