2007 Citroen C1 vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2009 Seat Exeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 600 kg more than 2007 Citroen C1. 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, 2009 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C1 | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C1 | Exeo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2642 mm |