2008 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 702 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Seat | Citroen |
| Model | Alhambra | C3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
