1992 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 15 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), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 560 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.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Escort. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Escort | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |