2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1996 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1996 Honda Accord.
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, 1996 Honda Accord (200 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1996 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |