2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc, 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1797 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1075 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
