2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | C5 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |