2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 1994 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Toyota Previa. 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Alhambra | 1994 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Seat | Toyota |
Model | Alhambra | Previa |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |