2002 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 395 kg more than 2002 Citroen C5.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 2007 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
