2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 174 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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 Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Xsara | Toledo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |