2002 Holden Zafira vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2002 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 264 kg more than 2002 Holden Zafira. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Zafira | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Holden | Seat |
Model | Zafira | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |