2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 212 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.
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, 2007 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C3 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
