1996 Nissan Stagea vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Stagea (187 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2007 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Nissan Stagea.
Because 1996 Nissan Stagea is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Nissan Stagea (234 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra. 1996 Nissan Stagea has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Stagea | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Stagea | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
