2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 415 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, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Veracruz | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
