2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson

To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 565 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (184 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C 15 2005 Hyundai Tucson
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model C 15 Tucson
Year Released 2004 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1769 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 59 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 184 Nm
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 23.0:1 10.1:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 995 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4330 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption City 11.5 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 58 L


 

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