2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (99 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 178 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1249 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |