2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 5 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Altea (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Altea weights approximately 399 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, 2008 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
