2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 336 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara.

Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen Xsara. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen Xsara 2005 Seat Alhambra
Make Citroen Seat
Model Xsara Alhambra
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Hatchback Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 14.7 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 70 L


 

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