2001 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 716 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Lancer | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
