2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Because 1999 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 1999 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1999 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1999 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 274 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
