2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2008 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
