2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i20 (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C3 | i20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |