2009 Honda Fit vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Fit would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 19 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5.
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, 2011 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Fit | C5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |