2004 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 115 kg more than 2012 Ford C-Max.
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, 2012 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Seat | Ford |
Model | Alhambra | C-Max |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2788 mm |