2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 309 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 79 L |