2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C5 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
