1996 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic 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 89 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 698 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Civic | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |