2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,566 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 644 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C3 | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2566 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 171 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |