2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2011 Seat Leon
To start off, 2011 Seat Leon is newer by 4 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), 2011 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Seat Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C4 | Leon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 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 | 1585 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |