1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Alhambra 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 126 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 775 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Alhambra | 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Seat | Suzuki |
| Model | Alhambra | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
