2003 Citroen C8 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 C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C8 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2007 Seat Alhambra. 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 (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C8 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C8 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
