2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C5 and 2007 Honda NSX were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 107 kg more than 2007 Honda NSX.
Because 2007 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda NSX. (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2007 Honda NSX | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | NSX |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2178 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |