2005 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Seat | Citroen |
Model | Leon | C3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10 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 | 1376 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |