2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 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, 2003 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C4 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
