2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2009 Hyundai i10 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C3 | i10 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |