2002 Mazda Demio 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 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Alhambra (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 700 kg more than 2002 Mazda Demio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mazda Demio | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | Demio | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2850 mm |