2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Atos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Atos. 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 C4 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Atos. (84 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2011 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C4 | Atos |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 58 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
