2003 Citroen C vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C | Accent |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 72 L |
