2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 721 kg more than 2003 Citroen C 15. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C 15 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C 15 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |