2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 240 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.
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, 2010 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Accord |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |