1998 Seat Alhambra vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 1998 Seat Alhambra and 1998 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Seat Alhambra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 655 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. 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, 1998 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Alhambra | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Alhambra | A |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
