2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C3 and 2006 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Accent (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2006 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent. 2006 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C3 | Accent |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |