2002 Seat Alhambra vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Seat Alhambra 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 95 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 613 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia. 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, 2002 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Seat Alhambra | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Alhambra | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
