2005 Citroen C vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 260 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2642 mm |
