2000 Audi S3 vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi S3 would be higher. Both 2000 Audi S3 and 2001 Seat Alhambra are equipped with a 1,781 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Audi S3.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Audi | Seat |
| Model | S3 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
