2005 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Citroen C5

To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 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 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Accord 2001 Citroen C5
Make Honda Citroen
Model Accord C5
Year Released 2005 2001
Body Type Station Wagon Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2204 cc 2177 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 347 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.7:1 11.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1520 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 66 L


 

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