2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 395 kg more than 2009 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C3 | Exeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12.6 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 | 1005 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2642 mm |