2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2003 Seat Arosa. 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, 2005 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa. 2005 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Arosa has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Arosa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 34 L |
