2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Hyundai i10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Hyundai i10 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 151 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 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Citroen |
| Model | i10 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1120 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 10 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 | 1115 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
