2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 491 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |