2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Citroen C5

To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda HR-V 2001 Citroen C5
Make Honda Citroen
Model HR-V C5
Year Released 2008 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 122 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 82.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1317 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 80 L