2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
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 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C3 | i10 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
