1998 Honda CRX vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX.
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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda CRX | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | CRX | C5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
