1999 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Porsche 911.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Alhambra. 1999 Porsche 911 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. 1999 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 1998 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Porsche | Seat |
| Model | 911 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
