2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Hyundai i10

To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2010 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 C8 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i10. (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i10.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C8 2010 Hyundai i10
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model C8 i10
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1120 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 17.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 185 km/hour 163 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.5 seconds 16.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 1115 kg
Vehicle Length 4730 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.1 L/100km 4.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 35 L


 

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