2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Trajet (171 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 186 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2008 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
