1998 Honda Prelude vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2003 Seat Alhambra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 425 kg more than 1998 Honda Prelude. 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, 2003 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Prelude. 2003 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Prelude | 2003 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Prelude | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |