2003 AC Aceca vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 4 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1999 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 135 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.
Because 2003 AC Aceca is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Seat Alhambra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Seat Alhambra. 1999 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2003 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2003 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Aceca | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | AC | Seat |
| Model | Aceca | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
