1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1996 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 605 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 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, 1996 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Xantia | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |