2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Hyundai Tucson

To start off, 2013 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 7 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. (174 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2013 Hyundai Tucson is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Tucson. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Tucson.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C5 2013 Hyundai Tucson
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model C5 Tucson
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2945 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 204 HP 174 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 228 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 97 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1694 kg 1582 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1655 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 58 L


 

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