2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Seat Arosa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Seat Arosa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1997 Seat Arosa. (58 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1997 Seat Arosa. 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Seat Arosa. (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C5 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
