2009 Hyundai Getz vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Getz and 2009 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (191 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz. 2009 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Getz | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Citroen |
| Model | Getz | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
