2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i20. 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 Citroen C3 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C3 | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C3 | i20 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2525 mm |