2010 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 191 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C5 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C5 | Accord |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 65 L |
