1998 Honda NSX vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2000 Seat Alhambra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Honda NSX.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1998 Honda NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Alhambra. 1998 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | NSX | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |