2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Marcia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Marcia weights approximately 98 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. 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, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Marcia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C3 | 1998 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C3 | Marcia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |