2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 6 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Leon. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C5 | Leon |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |