2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C4 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (175 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Citroen C4. 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 (245 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C4 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model C4 Tiburon
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 175 HP
Torque 147 Nm 245 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1371 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2540 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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