2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Seat Exeo.
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, 2012 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4. 2009 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Exeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C4 | Exeo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2642 mm |