2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (89 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo.
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, 1996 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
