2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 2004 Citroen C5 and 1998 Honda Accord are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (201 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 220 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (196 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
