2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
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 28 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| 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 Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
