2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (139 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 510 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C3 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 139 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |