2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | Salsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
