2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 11 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Civic |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4458 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1397 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |