2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (83 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 105 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.
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, 2007 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 2007 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2007 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C3 | Accent |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 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 | 1005 kg | 1110 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 | 6.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |