2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Leon would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Leon (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon.
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, 2006 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C5 | Leon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 7.8 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 | 1624 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |