1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2002 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 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 72 more horse power than 2002 Volvo S60. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 351 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60. 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 2002 Volvo S60. 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, 2002 Volvo S60 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Alhambra | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Alhambra | S60 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
