2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2010 Seat Exeo. 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Exeo. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C5 | Exeo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1651 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2642 mm |
