1999 Seat Alhambra vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 8 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 102 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40. 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 2007 Volvo S40. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S40. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Alhambra | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Alhambra | S40 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
