2004 Seat Alhambra vs. 2004 Kia Sephia II
To start off, both 2004 Seat Alhambra and 2004 Kia Sephia II were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sephia II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 Kia Sephia II. 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, 2004 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sephia II. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sephia II. 2004 Kia Sephia II has automatic transmission and 2004 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2004 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Kia Sephia II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Alhambra | 2004 Kia Sephia II | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | Alhambra | Sephia II |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |