2007 Seat Altea vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (197 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 209 kg more than 2011 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, 2007 Seat Altea (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Altea | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Seat | Citroen |
Model | Altea | C4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |