2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Volvo V40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 416 kg more than 1998 Volvo V40. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Seat | Volvo |
| Model | Alhambra | V40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |
