2003 Honda Life vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 910 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Life 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Life | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Life | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2850 mm |