2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2001 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 2007 Seat Alhambra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Westfield ZEI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Westfield ZEI 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 71 more horse power than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2001 Westfield ZEI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 980 kg more than 2001 Westfield ZEI. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Westfield ZEI is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Westfield ZEI. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Westfield ZEI. (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Westfield ZEI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 2001 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Seat | Westfield |
| Model | Alhambra | ZEI |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
