2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 249 kg more than 2004 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C5 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4676 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |