2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Hyundai Atos were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (57 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Atos. 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 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Atos. (89 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C3 | Atos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 884 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
