2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 322 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |