2000 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Leon would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 357 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Leon | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Leon | C3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
