2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (138 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 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 Toledo (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C5 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |