2006 Seat Alhambra vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Westfield ZEI would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Westfield ZEI (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 914 kg more than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Because 2001 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Seat Alhambra | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Seat | Westfield |
| Model | Alhambra | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1634 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
