2012 Hyundai Equus vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (205 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 456 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Equus | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Citroen |
| Model | Equus | C5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2053 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5159 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1491 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3045 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 66 L |
