2007 Mazda 5 vs. 1996 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5.
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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 1996 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | 5 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
