2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 277 kg more than 2005 Citroen C4. 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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C4 | i40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1257 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
