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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 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 242 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 (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
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 | 1587 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |