2008 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Seat Alhambra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Seat Alhambra would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Seat Alhambra. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Seat Alhambra. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 1998 Seat Alhambra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1998 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Accord | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |