2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2001 Citroen C3
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (99 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Toledo | 2001 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Toledo | C3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
