1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 464 kg more than 1994 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Xantia | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
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 | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1634 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |