1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1997 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Citroen C 15. 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen C 15 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C 15 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
