2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Getz (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. 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, 2008 Hyundai Getz (236 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C3 | Getz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |