2012 Hyundai Genesis vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2012 Hyundai Genesis and 2012 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Genesis (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 460 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Genesis 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 Genesis. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Genesis (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai Genesis | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Hyundai | Citroen |
Model | Genesis | C5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4986 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 66 L |