1996 Seat Alhambra vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 375 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Alhambra | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Alhambra | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
