1991 Mazda 626 vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 604 kg more than 1991 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Mazda 626 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | 626 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |