1999 Citroen Saxo vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 895 kg more than 1999 Citroen Saxo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Saxo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Saxo | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Saxo | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
