2007 Seat Alhambra vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 5 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 319 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Seat Alhambra | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Seat | Kia |
| Model | Alhambra | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
