2003 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 9 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Alhambra. 2012 Opel Antara 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. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Seat | Opel |
Model | Alhambra | Antara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |