2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Atos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C3 | Atos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.6 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
