2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon is newer by 6 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (90 HP @ 1900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon.
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 Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 2012 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C4 | Leon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 7.3 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 | 1375 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
