2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C3 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |