2012 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Citroen |
| Model | Santa Fe | C3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4685 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
