2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 77 kg more than 2007 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, 2010 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2010 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C4 | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 6.4 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 | 1257 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |