2008 Seat Leon vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 329 kg more than 2012 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, 2008 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Leon | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Leon | C3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 12.4 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 | 1334 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
