2002 Kia Rio vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Kia Rio would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 282 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Kia | Seat |
| Model | Rio | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2850 mm |
