2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1999 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy 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 5 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy. 1999 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 1999 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | Premacy | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
