2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 326 kg more than 2006 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, 2007 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |