2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i20 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Citroen C 15. 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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C 15 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
