2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Seat Leon
To start off, 2004 Seat Leon 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 1,628 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C3 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Seat Leon. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Leon weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3.
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, 2003 Citroen C3 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Leon. (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C3 | 2004 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C3 | Leon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1628 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |