2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
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 (183 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C3 | Elantra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 183 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |