2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2000 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Toledo (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Toledo weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. 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, 2000 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2000 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C1 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
