1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | HR-V | C5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 66 L |
