1999 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante (238 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Alhambra. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Diamante | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
