2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1994 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Hyundai Accent (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1994 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C3 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
