2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 574 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C3 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
