2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (90 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Altea weights approximately 290 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea. 2004 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C4 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
