2005 Citroen C vs. 2005 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C and 2005 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 850 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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, 2005 Hyundai Getz (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2005 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C | Getz |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |