2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | CR-V | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
