2004 Seat Alhambra vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube is newer by 9 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 393 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Seat Alhambra | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Seat | Nissan |
| Model | Alhambra | Cube |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
