2005 Citroen C1 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (148 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C1. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C1. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C1 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C1 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1898 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
