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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V.
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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 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 | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1562 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |