1996 Nissan Maxima vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 405 kg more than 1996 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan Maxima | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Nissan | Seat |
Model | Maxima | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |