2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 117 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
Because 2002 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 2002 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, 2002 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
