2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 8 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Leon weights approximately 196 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, 2011 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 6.4 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 | 1138 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
