1999 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (99 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo.
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, 1999 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Toledo. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen XM | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | XM | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
