2003 Citroen C vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 302 kg more than 2003 Citroen C. 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, 2004 Seat Ibiza (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 45 L |
