2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (173 HP) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 61 kg more than 2000 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, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
