2008 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 800 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C2. (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C2.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C2 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model C2 Santa Fe
Year Released 2008 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1586 cc 2656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 186 HP
Torque 143 Nm 248 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 75 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 202 km/hour 176 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.9 seconds 11.7 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 75 L


 

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