1997 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2007 Citroen C4
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Lantra (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 2007 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Lantra. 2007 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 1997 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1997 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Hyundai Lantra | 2007 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Hyundai | Citroen |
Model | Lantra | C4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |