2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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, both vehicles can yield 190 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |