2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2007 Hyundai H100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 343 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3.
Because 2007 Hyundai H100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Hyundai H100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai H100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2007 Hyundai H100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C3 | H100 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
