2008 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2012 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Accord | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |