2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2010 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2010 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
