2010 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i40.
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, 2011 Hyundai i40 (213 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C4 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C4 | i40 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.7 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 | 1585 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
