2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2005 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 C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Toledo. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C5 | Toledo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1593 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |