2002 Lada Niva vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2002 Lada Niva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 538 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Niva | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Lada | Seat |
| Model | Niva | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1690 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
