1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 192 kg more than 1996 Honda Shuttle. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle. 1996 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Shuttle | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Shuttle | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |