2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra

To start off, both 2003 Jaguar X-Type and 2003 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Jaguar X-Type.

Because 2003 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Seat Alhambra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (244 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Alhambra. 2003 Jaguar X-Type has automatic transmission and 2003 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2003 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar X-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Jaguar X-Type 2003 Seat Alhambra
Make Jaguar Seat
Model X-Type Alhambra
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2495 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 194 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 244 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81.6 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 55 L


 

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