2001 Chrysler Neon vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chrysler Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chrysler Neon would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Neon (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 584 kg more than 2001 Chrysler Neon.
Because 2008 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra 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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Neon. (154 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Neon | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Neon | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
