2005 Citroen C vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 21 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2011 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C | Accent |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
