2012 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Honda Civic | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Civic | C5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1294 kg | 1480 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |