2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
