2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 8 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (199 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 11 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |