2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2006 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |