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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 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 591 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 (311 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 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.

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 1998 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 152 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 95.5 mm
Top Speed 217 km/hour 181 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.2 seconds 13.7 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1075 kg 1666 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 70 L


 

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