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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (190 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 137 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1685 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 Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |