2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model C5 Santa Fe
Year Released 2000 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 185 HP
Torque 115 Nm 248 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1318 kg 1062 kg
Vehicle Length 4620 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption 6 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 10.3 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.5 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 75 L


 

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