2003 Seat Alhambra vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 19 kg more than 2003 Seat Alhambra.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla. 2009 Toyota Corolla 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. 2009 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Seat Alhambra | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Alhambra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
