2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 416 kg more than 2011 Citroen C4.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Alhambra | C4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
