2002 Seat Cordoba vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Cordoba (73 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2002 Seat Cordoba.
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, 2010 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Cordoba. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Cordoba. 2002 Seat Cordoba has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Seat Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Cordoba | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Cordoba | C3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
