2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Seat Toledo. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo. 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Toledo. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 1999 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C5 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |