2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 9 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 375 kg more than 2013 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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Fit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1491 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
