2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 252 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
