2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1.
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, 2012 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C1 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 16 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
