2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Altea would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea.
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, 2004 Seat Altea (204 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C5 | Altea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
