2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Honda NSX
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 4 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX.
Because 2005 Honda NSX 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 2005 Honda NSX. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2005 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
