2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Seat Altea. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 12 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5.
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, 2003 Seat Altea (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C5 | Altea |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 12.3 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 | 1393 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |