2012 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Hyundai i10

To start off, both 2012 Citroen C6 and 2012 Hyundai i10 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 867 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10. 2012 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i10 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Citroen C6 2012 Hyundai i10
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model C6 i10
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 209 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 71 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 230 km/hour 150 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10 seconds 14.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 948 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 3565 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1595 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 4.2 L/100km


 

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