2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Seat Altea is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Seat Altea.
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, 2009 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3. 2002 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2009 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2009 Seat Altea | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C3 | Altea |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |