2010 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Hyundai Veracruz would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 349 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. 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, 2010 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Veracruz | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Citroen |
| Model | Veracruz | C4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1946 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1806 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2804 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
