2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 12.7 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
