2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 1989 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 612 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Alhambra | 1989 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Alhambra | Jimny |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 537 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |