2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Honda S2000
To start off, 2004 Honda S2000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda S2000 (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Honda S2000.
Because 2004 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Honda S2000 (217 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2004 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | S2000 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1286 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |