2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
