2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Seat Leon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 113 kg more than 2007 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, both vehicles can yield 200 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2007 Seat Leon has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Leon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1260 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 | 4.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
