2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (101 HP) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 2 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. 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, 2004 Seat Altea (326 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C5 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
