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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 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. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 119 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.

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 1360 cc 1895 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.2:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 182 km/hour 215 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.2 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 1257 kg 1376 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.4 L/100km 5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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