2001 Daewoo Tacuma vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Tacuma would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 307 kg more than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Tacuma. 2005 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2001 Daewoo Tacuma has manual transmission. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Seat |
| Model | Tacuma | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
