2008 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 2010 Citroen C5

To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5.

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, 2008 Hyundai Tiburon (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Tiburon has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Tiburon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Hyundai Tiburon 2010 Citroen C5
Make Hyundai Citroen
Model Tiburon C5
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2656 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 66 L


 

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