Citroen C1 2014 vs Hyundai i20 2009

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Citroen C1
2014 -
Hyundai i20
2009 - 2012
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Engines: 1.0 - 1.2 (petrol)1.2 - 1.6 (petrol, diesel)
Both cars are available with petrol engines. Hyundai i20 is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types.

Performance

Power: 69 - 82 HP75 - 128 HP
Torque: 93 - 116 NM119 - 260 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11 - 14.6 seconds9.5 - 16.2 seconds
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Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 3.7 - 4.34.4 - 6.5
Citroen C1 petrol engines consumes on average 2 litres less fuel per 100 km than Hyundai i20.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.
Ground clearance: 120 mm (4.7 inches)150 mm (5.9 inches)
Because of the higher ground clearance, Hyundai i20 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds.

Dimensions

Length: 3.47 m3.94 m
Width: 1.62 m1.71 m
Height: 1.46 m1.49 m
Citroen C1 is smaller.
Citroen C1 is 47 cm shorter than the Hyundai i20, 10 cm narrower, while the height of Citroen C1 is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 196 litres295 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
780 litres1060 litres
Hyundai i20 has more luggage space.
Citroen C1 has 99 litres less trunk space than the Hyundai i20. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Hyundai i20 (by 280 litres).
Turning diameter: 10 meters10.4 meters
The turning circle of the Citroen C1 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Hyundai i20, which means Citroen C1 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): ~ 1`240~ 1`588
Safety:
Hyundai i20 scores higher in safety tests. The Hyundai i20 scores significantly higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests.
Quality:
below average

below average
Average price (€): 60003200
Pros and Cons: Citroen C1 has
  • only petrol engines available
  • lower fuel consumption
Hyundai i20 has
  • petrol and diesel engines available
  • higher ground clearance
  • roomier boot
  • higher safety
  • better safety assist technologies
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
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