2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Seat Altea is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2011 Seat Altea.
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, 2011 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Seat Altea | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C4 | Altea |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |