2003 Seat Altea vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 41 kg more than 2012 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, 2003 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Seat Altea | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Seat | Citroen |
Model | Altea | C5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1624 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |