1992 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort 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 72 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 545 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Escort | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
