2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Seat Leon
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Leon weights approximately 401 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2002 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C2 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 62 L |
