2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20.
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, 2004 Citroen C5 (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2525 mm |
