1994 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 719 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Laser | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Ford | Seat |
Model | Laser | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |