2007 Hyundai Atos vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Atos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Atos would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2007 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Atos | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Citroen |
| Model | Atos | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.8 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
