2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 496 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 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 77 L |
