2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1996 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1996 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | S-MX | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
