2006 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 522 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Accord | C5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1597 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |