1998 Seat Alhambra vs. 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Alhambra would be higher. 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 15 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Alhambra | 2007 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Alhambra | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
