1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 1999 Seat Alhambra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 670 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Capa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra 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 Seat Alhambra (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa. 1998 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Alhambra | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | Alhambra | Capa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
