2007 Seat Leon vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Seat Leon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Seat Leon. 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 Leon (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Leon | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Seat | Citroen |
Model | Leon | C4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1290 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |