2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1997 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | CRX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
