2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 347 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2642 mm |
