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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Citroen C5.
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, 2010 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Alhambra | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Seat | Citroen |
Model | Alhambra | C5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 285 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 | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |