2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |