2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2009 Seat Ibiza is newer by 8 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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 223 kg more than 2009 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2009 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2009 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C5 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
