2003 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 430 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon. (180 Nm). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Citroen |
| Model | Tiburon | C5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
