2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (113 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 551 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Seat Alhambra | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Seat | Volkswagen |
Model | Alhambra | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 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 | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2512 mm |