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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP) 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 534 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.
Because 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 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 | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 16:01 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1427 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
