2003 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C5 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon. 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, 2007 Seat Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C5 | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C5 | Leon |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
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 | 1340 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |