2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (138 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 183 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2006 Seat Toledo (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Xsara | Toledo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10 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 | 1237 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |