2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1998 Seat Marbella. 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1998 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2170 mm |
