1993 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1993 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen AX | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | AX | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
