2007 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Citroen C5
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 184 kg more than 2002 Citroen C5. 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, 2002 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2002 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Civic | C5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |