2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C2 and 2009 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 328 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. 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, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2. 2009 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C2 | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C2 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
