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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 391 kg more than 2009 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 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.
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 | 2177 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |