1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 2004 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2004 Smart ForTwo is newer by 5 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 141 more horse power than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2004 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 935 kg more than 2004 Smart ForTwo. 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 2004 Smart ForTwo. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Seat Alhambra | 2004 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Seat | Smart |
Model | Alhambra | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 33 L |