2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Alhambra would be higher. 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 134 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 577 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Alhambra | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
