2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-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, 2006 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C5 2005 Honda CR-V
Make Citroen Honda
Model C5 CR-V
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2945 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 204 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1694 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 73 L