2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Seat Alhambra. 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 Peugeot 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 407 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
