2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2010 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C5 | i10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
