2004 Honda HR-V vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Alhambra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V. 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, 1999 Seat Alhambra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | HR-V | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
