2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon.
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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C5 | Leon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |