2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Seat Alhambra (241 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2008 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |