2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1998 Seat Toledo.
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, 1998 Seat Toledo (146 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1998 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C5 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |