2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Accent is newer by 8 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Accent (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2012 Hyundai Accent (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2012 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C5 | Accent |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4115 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1699 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |