2003 Seat Alhambra vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2003 Seat Alhambra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 445 kg more than 2002 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2003 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Alhambra | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Seat | Skoda |
| Model | Alhambra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
