2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 7 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 13.2 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 | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
