2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
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, 2004 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
