2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 11 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 164 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Getz.
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, 2001 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Getz. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | Getz |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
