2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 559 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2009 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1341 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |
