2000 Holden Vectra 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 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Holden Vectra. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 424 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra. 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Vectra. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Vectra | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Vectra | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |