2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 2,204 cc, 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2204 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |