2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2007 Honda Civic (188 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic 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 Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |