2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 475 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Seat Alhambra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Seat | Toyota |
| Model | Alhambra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
