2004 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 264 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
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 Volkswagen GTI (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Alhambra | GTI |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1401 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |