1994 Citroen AX vs. 1997 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1997 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 985 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. 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, 1997 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1997 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | AX | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
