2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.

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, 2007 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 2009 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C5 2009 Hyundai Elantra
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model C5 Elantra
Year Released 2007 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 1591 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 85.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1452 kg 1318 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.2 L/100km 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 53 L