2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xanae. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xanae would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xanae | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
