2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Hyundai Elantra

To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 and 2008 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C4 (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Citroen C4.

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 Citroen C4 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Elantra. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Elantra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C4 2008 Hyundai Elantra
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model C4 Elantra
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 104 HP
Torque 147 Nm 143 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 87 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 194 km/hour 182 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.6 seconds 11 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1206 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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