2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 460 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 566 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Volvo 460. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra will offer significantly more control. 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 (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volvo 460. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Seat Alhambra | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Alhambra | 460 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
