2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 627 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Tucson (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C3 | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
