2008 Seat Cordoba vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Cordoba (99 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 Seat Cordoba.
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, 2008 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Seat Cordoba | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Seat | Citroen |
Model | Cordoba | C3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 240 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |