1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 355 kg more than 1993 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Mondeo | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
