2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i30. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
