2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 326 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. 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 Hyundai Sonata (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2007 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C4 | Sonata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.6 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 | 1354 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |