2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S2000 would be higher. Both 2009 Citroen C5 and 2000 Honda S2000 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2000 Honda S2000.
Because 2000 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 58 L |
