2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Accent would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C3 | Accent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
