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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 41 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (340 Nm @ 2000 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:
| 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 | 2179 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
