2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 and 2000 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Alhambra. 2000 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 has manual transmission. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Seat |
Model | 156 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |