2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1747 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |