2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 555 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C5 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model C5 Terracan
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1559 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 190 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.5 seconds 13 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1607 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 75 L


 

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