2011 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Seat Exeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Seat Exeo would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Exeo weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Seat Exeo. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Seat Exeo.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C4 | 2009 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C4 | Exeo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.3 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 | 1240 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2642 mm |