2000 Ford Galaxy vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Galaxy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Galaxy would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Galaxy (113 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 76 kg more than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Galaxy | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Galaxy | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
