2001 Seat Toledo vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Toledo | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Toledo | C3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
