2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2002 Honda Mobilio. 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2002 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
