2006 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Leon | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Leon | C4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
