2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2011 Honda CR-V.
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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | CR-V |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 Weight | 1633 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |