2001 Citroen C vs. 2009 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 366 kg more than 2001 Citroen C. 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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C | 2009 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C | i30 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
