2002 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 291 kg more than 2002 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Civic | C5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
