2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 12 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Seat Exeo.
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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo. 2000 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C5 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2642 mm |
