2012 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2013 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Citroen C5 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C5 | Accord |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2725 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |