2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2000 Seat Alhambra. 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, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | C6 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
