2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 732 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C3 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model C3 Santa Fe
Year Released 2009 2004
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 297 Nm
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 86 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1058 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 72 L


 

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