1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 152 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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, 1989 Citroen XM (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | XM | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |