2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Citroen C4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (223 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C4 | Leon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.9 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 | 1456 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |