1989 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 19 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 342 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | XM | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1724 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 |