2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30.
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 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C5 | i30 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1371 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |