2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C4 and 2006 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 344 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4. 2006 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C4 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |