2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Sonata.
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 Sonata (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2010 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 67 L |
