2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 49 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |