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


 

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