2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 373 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. 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, 2012 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C 15 | Getz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
