1995 Citroen C vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 945 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
