2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 156 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 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 Citroen C3 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C3 | Accent |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |