2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |