2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V.
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, 2012 Citroen C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | CR-V | C5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 71 L |