2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Seat Alhambra 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 46 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 696 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Seat | Mazda |
| Model | Alhambra | 2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
