2005 Citroen C vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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 Altea (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2004 Seat Altea | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C | Altea |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |