2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5.
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, 2008 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda CR-V | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | CR-V | C5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |