2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 137 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4.
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, 2004 Citroen C4 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Exeo. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C4 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1595 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 | 200 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2642 mm |
