2001 Seat Alhambra vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5. 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Alhambra | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Alhambra | C5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
