2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C4 | Salsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
