2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 878 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C1 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 75 L |
