2004 Honda Element vs. 2000 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Honda Element is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Element (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Honda Element.
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, 2004 Honda Element (220 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Alhambra. 2004 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Element | 2000 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Element | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
