2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz

To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 and 2008 Hyundai Veracruz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.

Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C4 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model C4 Veracruz
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 3776 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 260 HP
Torque 147 Nm 348 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1337 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1460 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 78 L


 

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