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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5.
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 (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 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.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |