2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 6 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Tucson (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Tucson.
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 Hyundai Tucson (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (112 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2010 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
