2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 148 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |