2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2178 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |