1998 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 14 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Alhambra. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Seat Alhambra | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Seat | SsangYong |
| Model | Alhambra | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2910 mm |
