2010 Honda Accord Crosstour vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 187 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. 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, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Accord Crosstour | C5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1897 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
