2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo.
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, 2009 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C4 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |