2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 18 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3.
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, 2011 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Ibiza | C3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
