2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 113 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. 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 Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3. 2003 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Altea has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Altea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C3 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C3 | Altea |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 12.3 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 | 1292 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |