2002 Honda Capa 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 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 620 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. 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 2002 Honda Capa. 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 (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa. 2002 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2007 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2007 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Capa 2007 Seat Alhambra
Make Honda Seat
Model Capa Alhambra
Year Released 2002 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1493 cc 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 136 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1700 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2850 mm


 

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