1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 454 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Alhambra (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda HR-V | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | HR-V | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
