2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 146 kg more than 2009 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2009 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. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |