2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 406 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2007 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Familia | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
