2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C8 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
