2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1988 Honda Prelude.
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, 1988 Honda Prelude (184 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Prelude |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |