2007 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2007 Seat Alhambra
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Elantra and 2007 Seat Alhambra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 206 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Elantra. 2007 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Elantra has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Elantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Hyundai Elantra | 2007 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Hyundai | Seat |
Model | Elantra | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |