2002 Seat Alhambra vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2002 Seat Alhambra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 708 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Z 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, 2002 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z. 2001 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2002 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2002 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Alhambra | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Seat | Honda |
| Model | Alhambra | Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
