2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 636 kg more than 2005 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2199 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1961 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
