2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Hyundai Dynasty
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Dynasty would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Dynasty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Dynasty should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Dynasty weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty. (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Dynasty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2004 Hyundai Dynasty | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | Dynasty |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
