2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2007 Seat Toledo is newer by 3 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 208 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5. 2004 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2007 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C5 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
