1998 Seat Alhambra vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 13 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 514 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Alhambra | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Seat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alhambra | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
