2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 5 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Seat Toledo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Toledo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C5 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 148 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 | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |