2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 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 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2007 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C3 | Atos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
