2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Toledo (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 104 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, 2005 Seat Toledo (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Xsara | Toledo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1375 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |