2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, both 2003 Citroen C2 and 2003 Hyundai Tiburon were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 940 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. 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, 2003 Hyundai Tiburon (180 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (152 Nm). This means 2003 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C2 | 2003 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C2 | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |