1994 Rover 400 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 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (88 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 426 kg more than 1994 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 400 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |
