2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 212 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (155 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |