2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C2 and 2004 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 112 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2004 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C2 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1083 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
