2005 Citroen C vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C and 2005 Hyundai Tiburon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1990 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
