2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Accent is newer by 8 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 422 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2008 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
