2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 38 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4.
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 C4 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2007 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C4 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
