2012 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, both 2012 Hyundai Elantra and 2012 Citroen C1 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C1 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
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 Hyundai Elantra (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Hyundai Elantra | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Hyundai | Citroen |
Model | Elantra | C1 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4486 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1765 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1519 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |