2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i10 (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10.
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, 2009 Hyundai i10 (121 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C3 | i10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
