2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | HR-V | C5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
