2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2005 Seat Cordoba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Seat Cordoba. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Seat Cordoba. 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, 2005 Seat Cordoba (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2005 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
