2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C8 (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Seat Exeo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2012 Seat Exeo. 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C8. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C8 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2642 mm |
