2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5. 2000 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2001 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
