1992 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Frontera 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 100 more horse power than 1992 Opel Frontera. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Seat Alhambra.
Because 1992 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Frontera. (211 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Frontera | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Frontera | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
