1999 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 236 kg more than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Because 1999 Kia Retona 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 Kia Retona 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, 1999 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Seat Alhambra. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Retona | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |
