2001 Ford Econovan vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2001 Ford Econovan and 2001 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Econovan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Econovan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 2001 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Econovan has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Econovan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econovan | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Ford | Seat |
| Model | Econovan | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |
