2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 726 kg more than 1999 Honda City. 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City. 2007 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda City has manual transmission. 1999 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 1999 Honda City | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | City |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2178 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |