2004 Seat Toledo vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 164 kg more than 2010 Citroen C4. 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 Seat Toledo (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Toledo | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Toledo | C4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1439 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
