2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Seat Arosa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C3 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2004 Seat Arosa. 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2004 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.6 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
