2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2008 Honda Accord 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. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |