2005 Seat Alhambra vs. 2002 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo C70 (162 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 256 kg more than 2002 Volvo C70.
Because 2005 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volvo C70. 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Alhambra | 2002 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Seat | Volvo |
Model | Alhambra | C70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |