2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3. 2005 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Leon 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 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C3 | Leon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |